Principal Regulatory Affairs Specialist - Global Harmonization Policy & Key Initiatives

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We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 12 Oct 2026   Careers that change lives start here. Medtronic is a global leader in healthcare technology with a Mission to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life. Our 95,000 employees work across more than 150 countries to put patients first — developing innovative medical technologies that improve the lives of 72+ million patients each year. Your unique talents will help shape the future of healthcare while building a career grounded in purpose, growth, and impact. A Day in the Life                     LOCATION:   O nsite at a US-based Medtronic facility.   Preference for the   person to work EST hours.      The Medtronic Global Regulatory Affairs team is looking for a highly motivated and skilled individual to join our Clinical Research, Medical Science, and Regulatory Affairs Organization. In this role, you will serve as a key contributor to Medtronic global regulatory advocacy and policy strategy, with a primary focus on advancing Global Harmonization for medical device regulations. You will monitor, interpret, and influence evolving global regulatory policies, develop high-quality advocacy positions and supporting materials, and provide clear guidance to internal stakeholders on key regulations and emerging issues. Your success in this role is reliant on your ability and willingness to operate in a fast-paced, multi-tasking, highly matrixed, and geographically dispersed team environment, partnering closely with regional subject matter experts and cross-functional teams. Your work will play a crucial role in shaping the global regulatory landscape for Medtronic's medical devices and supporting timely patient access to safe, effective, and innovative healthcare solutions.   We believe   innovation thrives when   people   with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives come   together   and everyone benefits .    Medtronic   fosters an inclusive culture where you can thrive.   Our unwavering commitment to inclusion, diversity, and equity (ID&E) means zero barriers   to opportunity within Medtronic and a culture where all employees belong, are respected, and feel valued for who they are   and the life experiences they contribute .     We know equity starts beyond our workplace, and we must play a role   in addressing systemic inequities in our   communications   if we hope to have   long -term sustainable impact.     Anchored in our Mission, we continue to drive ID&E forward both to enhance the well-being of Medtronic employees   and to accelerate innovation that brings our lifesaving technologies to more people in more places around the world.     Bring your talents to   an   industry leader in medical technology and healthcare solutions –   we’re   a market leader and growing every day. You can be proud to   be a   part of technologies that are rooted in our long history of mission-driven innovation. You will be empowered to shape your own career .    We   encourage and   support your growth with the training, mentorship, and guidance you need to   own   your future success. Together, we can transform healthcare .     Join us for a career that changes lives .     Medtronic is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture .     At Medtronic, we bring bold ideas forward with speed and decisiveness to put patients first in everything we do. In-person exchanges are invaluable to our work. We’re working a minimum of 4 days a week onsite as part of our commitment to fostering a culture of professional growth and cross-functional collaboration as we work together to engineer the extraordinary.    Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned:   • Partner s   with regional   and functional   subject

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